Great Company with Jamie Laing

Neil Patrick Harris is an Emmy and Tony award-winning actor, and for many of us, he’ll forever be the LEGEND-wait for it-DARY Barney Stinson from How I Met Your Mother.

Born in New Mexico to parents who were both lawyers, Neil was the first in his family to go into showbiz. At just 12, he got his breakthrough role in Clara's Heart alongside Whoopi Goldberg. From there, the rest is history…

In this episode, Neil shares:

Why he never thought he’d become a dad
How he was forced to come out
What it was really like to host the Oscars in 2015
How much of Barney Stinson is him and what HIMYM taught him

Neil is a reminder that you never stop learning throughout your career. There is always something new to discover… and how incredible is that?

Neil Patrick Harris is Great Company.

Neil’s latest film, Sunny Dancer, is out on the 14th August #sunnydancermovie

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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
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Jordan and Harley aka Rizzle Kicks, are currently smashing it on the festival circuit following their long-awaited comeback. So, it felt like the perfect time to revisit my conversation with them.

Rizzle Kicks first burst onto the scene in 2011, bringing good vibes, great music and undeniable joy to so many people’s lives. But their rapid rise to success also came with the pressure to perform at the highest standard, time and time again.

In this Great Moment, Jordan and Harley look back on where it all began, the weight that came with early fame, and why making music together now is simply about enjoying themselves.

Listen to the full episode HERE!

If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Megan McKenna gave us some of reality TV’s most iconic moments on TOWIE, Celebrity Big Brother and Ex on the Beach. Since then, she’s reinvented herself, building a successful music career and sharing wholesome cooking and lifestyle content enjoyed by millions online.

But behind the scenes, Megan has been navigating something incredibly difficult. She was robbed by masked men in terrifying circumstances that left her feeling unsafe in the UK.

Megan hasn’t spoken publicly about what happened to her. Until now. She joined me on Great Company for an exclusive conversation about the night her worst fear came true.

In this conversation, Megan shares:
- The terrifying robbery that changed her life
- The lasting impact of trauma and learning to feel safe again
- Reinventing herself after reality TV
- Her fertility journey and becoming a mum

Megan is truly a beautiful soul and I’m so grateful she trusted us with her story.

Megan McKenna is Great Company.

If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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Jamie - @jamielaing

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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke & Emma Rae Woodhouse
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Joe Ferrari
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Luke Evans is an actor and singer who began his career on stage. He's since starred in over 40 movies including Beauty and the Beast, Fast and Furious 6 and The Girl on the Train.

Luke came on Great Company at the start of last year and his story is just incredible. Raised as a Jehovah’s Witness, in a strict religious community, Luke knew his true identity was in conflict with his beliefs. After persistent bullying throughout his schooling, at age 16, he left home, and his new life began.

In this Great Moment, Luke discuss his upbringing in Wales, his sexuality and how he seized the opportunities he really wanted.

Listen to the full episode HERE!

If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast

And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Michelle Kennedy is the founder and CEO of Peanut, one of the fastest growing social apps for women.

I started Great Company because I wanted to connect with people again. Despite being more connected than ever online, many of us have never felt lonelier.

That's how Michelle felt after becoming a mum to her son, Finn. Instead of accepting that loneliness, she decided to build the community she wished she'd had. That's how Peanut was born.

Since launching in 2017, Peanut has grown to over 5 million registered users, offering women a safe space to ask questions, find support and build connections through every stage of life.

In this conversation, Michelle shares:
Her journey from law to dating app companies
Why she left Bumble to start her app, Peanut
What she thinks makes a great leader and entrepreneur
How Peanut grew from an idea into a community of over 5 million women
The one piece of advice she'd give every founder

Michelle is proof that some of the best businesses start by solving problems you've lived yourself.

Michelle Kennedy is Great Company.

If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram – @greatcompanypodcast
TikTok – @greatcompanypodcast
Jamie – @jamielaing

And if you’ve got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at:
greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett & Emma Gill
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.